Arroz Blanco
Arroz Blanco, or Mexican White Rice, is a simple yet flavorful side dish that pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses. This easy recipe features long-grain white rice sautéed with aromatic garlic and finely chopped onion, then simmered to perfection in water until light, fluffy, and fragrant. The key to its irresistible texture lies in rinsing the rice beforehand to remove excess starch, as well as briefly toasting it in vegetable oil for enhanced depth of flavor. With just a handful of pantry staples—rice, onion, garlic, oil, and salt—you can create this classic, versatile dish in under 30 minutes. Perfect for serving alongside grilled meats, seafood, or hearty stews, Arroz Blanco is a comforting and crowd-pleasing addition to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 small white onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming too sticky.
In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 2 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir continuously for about 2-3 minutes. This will toast the rice lightly and enhance its flavor.
Pour in the water and add the salt, stirring the mixture once to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring the water to a vigorous boil.
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer gently for about 15 minutes. Do not uncover the lid during this time to ensure the steam cooks the rice evenly.
After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, still covered, for another 5 minutes. This resting period allows the rice to absorb any remaining moisture and become fluffy.
Remove the lid, fluff the rice with a fork, and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious, perfectly cooked Arroz Blanco as a side with your main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.7 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1198 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 133 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
